Category : Black Owned Newspapers And Blogs

‘American Society of Magical Negroes’ star and director get the skepticism

(CNN) – When the first trailer for the film The American Society of Magical Negroes debuted late last year, some people misunderstood the intent of the film or expressed disappointment it wasn’t a Black Harry Potter. “Hollywood historically has n...

Addicted to TikTok? Here’s what the House vote to effectively ban it could mean for you

New York (CNN) – If you’re a TikTok fanatic worried about how you’re going to stay connected to the world after a bill that could ban the app passed the House of Representatives Wednesday … don’t panic just yet. For those just catching up: U.S....

NAACP, DEI supporters call on Black athletes to avoid colleges in states with anti-DEI laws

(CNN) – Black activists, political leaders and supporters of diversity, equity and inclusion programs are urging Black student athletes to boycott colleges and universities in states that have promoted or passed anti-DEI policies. Their calls com...

Hattie McDaniel: A Legacy Beyond the Oscar

In the annals of Hollywood history, few moments are as pivotal and profound as Hattie McDaniel’s historic win at the 12th Academy Awards in 1940. McDaniel, an actress of extraordinary talent and resilience, broke racial barriers and made histor...

Cancer and maternal mortality disparities in the Black community

(The Dallas Examiner) – & “Too many people die due to pregnancy-related causes,” stated Wanda Barfield, MD, MPH, FAAP, RADM, USPHS, director of the Division of Reproductive Health.& Black women are three times more likely to die from a p...

Study: Prenatal COVID exposure associated with changes in newborn brain

(Globe Newswire) – WASHINGTON – Babies born during the COVID-19 pandemic have differences in the size of certain structures in the brain, compared to infants born before the pandemic, according to a new study led by researchers at Children’s Nationa...

As inflation falls, majority of small business owners feel ‘highly optimistic’ about the national economy

(Globe Newswire) – WASHINGTON – Recent reports show a surge in confidence among small business owners and consumers as inflation falls, recession fears subside and consumer spending rises. The growth in optimism coincides with an unprecedented Small...

White Rock Lake receives prestigious state designation

(Special to The Dallas Examiner) – White Rock Lake is now a designated Line Star Legacy Park. This recognition, by Texas Recreation and Parks Society, is the organization’s highest honor conferred on a park for its historic and recreational contr...

Beverly Leone Park-Watkins

Beverly Leone Park-Watkins, 83, of Indianapolis, Indiana died At Community Hospital East surrounded by family on Sunday Morning, February 25th 2024.Beverly was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on April 27th 1940 to Clarence L. and Margarite Taylor Park...

IRT presents play based on artist Frida Kahlo

Opening this week, the Indiana Repertory Theatre is presenting “Frida … A Self Portrait,” starring Brazilian artist Vanessa Severo. Onstage now through April 7 in the Upperstage Theatre, “Frida … A Self Portrait” is a theatrical storytelling expe...

Applications open for Advancing Racial Equity Collection Development Grants

Indiana Humanities is inviting libraries, schools, universities and nonprofit organizations to apply for up to $1,000 in grants to improve its collections by incorporating resources that feature diverse viewpoints and or address race-related topi...

Women’s History Month: NJG Remembers Shirley Chisholm: A Catalyst for Change

Remembering Shirley Chisholm: A Trailblazer in Politics Celebrating the legacy of Shirley Chisholm, a fearless advocate for equality and change. #WomenLeaders #PoliticalPioneer #EqualityNow #ShirleyChisholm #WomensHistoryMonth The post Women’s Histo...

Bridge Corner: March 14, 2024

Mastering Bridge Bidding: Essential Concepts and Strategies Learn the fundamentals of bridge bidding and improve your game strategy. #BridgeTips #BridgeClub #BiddingStrategies #CardGames #Bridge #BridgeBidding #CardGames #BridgeSeminar #TidewaterBri...

Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. – Celebrating, Encouraging & Facilitating the Power of ONE!

“Coming together is a beginning, Keeping together is progress, Working together is success. Henry Ford Delta Sigma Theta (DST) Sorority Incorporated was founded on January 13, 1913 at Howard University in Washington, DC by twenty-two...

Top jobs for the gig worker

Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase The gig economy has witnessed unprecedented growth in recent years, offering individuals expansive, diverse, and flexible job opportunities. Gig workers, often referred to as freelancers or independent contractors, can...